
Christie Hicks
Lead Counsel, Energy Markets & Utility Regulation
Work
Areas of expertise:
Utility regulation, litigation, clean energy policy
Description
Background
Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Christie attended St. Louis University for undergrad before earning her law degree from Loyola University Chicago. Christie began working in the energy field after law school, joining Illinois’ Citizens Utility Board (CUB) – the state’s utility watchdog – as a Senior Attorney. EDF, CUB, and various stakeholders worked closely to get the Future Energy Jobs Act passed. She is a member of the Chicago Bar Association’s Energy, Telecommunications and Water Committee, as well as the CBA’s Environmental Law committee. Christie is passionate about promoting women in the energy field.
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law; J.D.
Latest pieces
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Illinois lays out blueprint for next generation climate legislation
Energy Exchange Blog, September 22, 2021 -
New innovative tool empowers utilities to reduce emissions in investment planning
Energy Exchange Blog, May 9, 2021
Press materials
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Illinois Commerce Commission Votes Will Help Ensure More Reliable, Affordable, Equitable Electric Service in the State
September 28, 2022 -
Community Groups, EDF Ask a State Appeals Court to Stop a Pipeline Slated to Go Through a Historic Black Farming Community in Illinois
March 25, 2022 -
Gov. Pritzker’s Call for Clean Energy Legislation Holds Promise for CEJA
January 29, 2020 -
FERC Decision Demonstrates Need for Swift Action on Illinois Clean Energy Jobs Act
December 19, 2019 -
Vistra’s coal plant closures demonstrate need for clean energy legislation in Illinois
August 21, 2019 -
Bold New Legislative Package Sets Illinois on Path to Clean, Equitable Energy Economy
February 28, 2019 -
New Electricity Pricing Option to Save Illinoisans Money, Cut Pollution
November 20, 2018 -
Coal Bailout Request in Illinois Gets Pushback, Concerns for Impacted Communities Remain
October 4, 2018